Iran has described the new defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye as evidence of changing regional security perceptions.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei made the remarks during a weekly press briefing on Monday.
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement last Friday. The pact aims to strengthen collective deterrence among the three countries.
It also considers an attack against one signatory as an attack against all members.
Baqaei said regional countries increasingly recognise that outside powers cannot guarantee their security. He added that Iran has no reason to view the agreement as a threat.
Tehran Open to Regional Security Cooperation
The Iranian spokesperson highlighted Tehran’s historical, religious and civilisational ties with Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, he said Iran remains committed to security mechanisms based on regional cooperation. He stressed that such arrangements should remain free from foreign interference.
Baqaei also suggested that existing regional security proposals could be updated according to changing circumstances.
He said Iran maintains close contacts with neighbouring and regional countries. Moreover, Tehran hopes regional states will pursue stronger collective security.
Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed the agreement with Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
The two officials also reviewed regional developments and bilateral relations. They agreed to strengthen cooperation and maintain close engagement.
Furthermore, Dar discussed the pact with Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi and former Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embaló.
They discussed strategic cooperation, regional stability and opportunities to strengthen bilateral relations.
